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One of the most keenly anticipated UK releases of 2012, Sphero the robotic ball gaming system is now rolling internationally with rave reviews.

But frankly, at first glance we weren’t sure what to make of it. On the one hand, it’s a ball; no buttons, no propellers, not a trigger or Gummi flavoured accessory in sight. But then you shake it and Sphero begins to glow softly in your hand. So you put it on the ground and fire up one of the several free Apps and this strange little glowing orb reveals itself to be a rather remarkable robot.

Download some great free apps to use with Sphero:

Color Grab

Sphero

Exile

Utilising the same kind rocket-science maths used by NASA during one of the many Apollo Missions - presumably one of the more successful ones – this is one smart little sphere. Plus, we’re not sure if you heard, but President Obama is a big fan, and we all love a good Presidential endorsement. After all, they never make bad decisions.

Sphero works with both iOS and Android systems, using a Bluetooth network ranging up to an outstanding 50 feet. It even charges hassle-free in an induction cradle. There are several official Apps already available and more in the pipeline, plus with the open API all you clever coders out there can actually make your own games, meaning the fun’s just beginning.

This kind of technology used to be reserved for sci-fi novels and mad scientists in secret labs but now everyone can have super-smart, beautiful robot balls. If you’ve been holding out for a Sphero, your wait is over.

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Please Note:

iPhone not included

Apps require downloading separately

Comes with a worldwide plug adapter to use in any country

Product Features:

Bluetooth controlled

Range of approximately 50 feet

Multiple LED capable of producing thousands of colours

Induction charging batteries

Opaque high-impact polycarbonate shell

3 speeds – cautious, comfy and crazy

Waterproof – can be used in water, and easily cleaned – so off-road is fine too

A complete charge takes about three hours and provides approximately 75 minutes of continuous driving time

Dimensions:

Measures approximately 7.5cm(Ø)

Weighs approximately 168g

New Features! Now over 20 amazing Sphero apps including:

Sphero Augmented Reality - Sharky the Beaver is the first app ever to let you take a virtual 3-dimensional character for a walk around your house. In this groundbreaking augmented reality app for Sphero, watch your robot come to life as a beaver named Sharky. You can even interact with the real world by launching virtual cupcakes into Sharky's mouth. You're sure to fall in love with Sharky as soon as he takes his first step.

Exile - A totally new take on arcade-style space fighter games. Sphero has been exiled from his home planet and must fight his way back to save all Robot kind. Fly through space while destroying enemies and collecting energy cores. For enhanced gameplay, hold Sphero in your hand and use it to control your spaceship.

Colourgrab - Get ready to test your speed with the first multiplayer tabletop game for Sphero. Sphero flashes different colors and you must pick him up at the right time to earn points. Set point goals, select levels of difficulty, and compete against friends and the clock to see who has the best reflexes. Did we mention there’s a crazy rabbit?

Tag - Now you and your friends can play tag using the first multiplayer game for Sphero. Utilizing innovative collision detection technology, Red Light Green Light is the first in a series of games in the Sphero TAG app. Take away other players’ lives when their Sphero turns from green to red by bumping into them. In this competitive group game, the last player with lives wins!

Sphero Chrome - Get ready to challenge your coordination and your memory with the first app that lets you use Sphero as a controller. Move Sphero to match the colors on your screen for an entirely new way to challenge yourself. You can choose from six different game modes. Chromo is initially available for iOS only.

Golf 2.0 - The most innovative golf game now has better accuracy, improved course creation, and a new practice mode. Using simple, intuitive controls, you create a “hole” and then “hit” Sphero with a flick of a finger or a swing of your smartphone. All that’s missing now is a caddy.

Customer Reviews

I received Sphero today it's awesome a lot of apps and it's work great
Firebox service was really good thanks a lot just in time for my birthday !
Cool gadget !!!! You have to buy !!!!! Absolutely !!!!Michele - 18th February 2013

Got the Robotic Ball a several months ago. Played with it but got bored b/c the main app was split up between 3 different apps and a REAL pain. They've finally fixed the app issue and it's FAR better than it was before. Additionally it's finally now gotten to the point that 20 apps are out and more to come. FINALLY I can say it's a good investment. I couldn't before they fixed the app. Now you, your kids, and your pets will all enjoy it. Prank ppl, it's great!!!J Jacobs - 9th November 2012

Robot Ball + Lots of Games + Ability to Program
FUN!!!!Broderick - 8th November 2012

Sphero is the kid cool on the block. A must have for smart phones. An excellent way to make friends. What else could you ask for? Oh ya and its super fun to play with too! So many PROs - but no cons. Awesomeness.Rizz - 8th November 2012

Firebox says: And we are super pleased to hear that Rizz! Spread the word...